Level 2 Award in Carpentry
The Level 2 Award in Carpentry offered by OXQUAL develops practical competence in woodworking, joinery, measuring, cutting, assembly, installation and finishing. The programme emphasises safe use of hand and power tools together with accurate workmanship.
About this qualification
The Level 2 Award in Carpentry offered by OXQUAL develops practical competence in woodworking, joinery, measuring, cutting, assembly, installation and finishing. The programme emphasises safe use of hand and power tools together with accurate workmanship.
Career-focused
Develop relevant skills and knowledge that can support your next professional step.
What you'll cover
Key topics covered in this OXQUAL programme include:
- Carpentry Fundamentals
- Hand Tools
- Power Tools
- Workshop Safety
- Wood Types
- Engineered Wood
- Material Selection
- Measuring and Marking
- Cutting Techniques
- Mortise and Tenon Joints
- Dovetail Joints
- Lap Joints
- Fastening Methods
- Furniture Assembly
- Door and Window Fitting
- Structural Carpentry Awareness
- Sanding
- Varnishing and Finishing
- Carpentry Waste Management
Who it's designed for
This OXQUAL programme is suitable for:
- Apprentice Carpenters
- Construction Operatives
- Workshop Technicians
- Finishing-Trade Personnel
- Individuals developing woodworking skills
What you'll gain
Successful completion of this OXQUAL programme can help learners to:
- Develop practical carpentry competence.
- Strengthen measuring and cutting skills.
- Improve joinery techniques.
- Develop safe tool-use practices.
- Improve assembly and installation skills.
- Strengthen finishing competence.
How this qualification is assessed
The assessment pattern for this OXQUAL programme is outlined below.
- Assessment Type: Written examination and practical carpentry project.
- Format: Multiple-choice questions, applied case studies and hands-on carpentry project.
- Total Questions: 60 theory questions plus 1 practical project.
- Passing Score: 70%.
- Duration: 4–6 weeks (80–100 hours total).
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